Archive for October, 2007

Man’s Best Friend May Open Door To Understanding Fibrotic Lung Disease In Human And Animal Populations

Thursday, October 18th, 2007

Man’s Best Friend May Open Door To Understanding Fibrotic Lung Disease In Human And Animal Populations
In what is a growing trend among research scientists in the United States and the United Kingdom, animal and human researchers are collaborating to find answers that will lead to effective treatments for deadly diseases that affect both species. Researchers from internationally-recognized medical, veterinary and academic institutions joined together for the first human/canine conference on fibrotic lung disease. The group met in Lafayette, Ind. [click link for full article]

Cattle Slaughtered At Surrey Farm After Foot-and-mouth Confirmed, England
After a herd tested positive to foot-and-mouth disease at Beaumont College Farm, Old Windsor, Surrey/Berkshire border, England, forty cattle have been destroyed. This outbreak is within the previous 3 kilometer protection zone set up after previous cases in the area - this new case is the fourth within the last fortnight. According to Defra (Department of the Environment Food and Rural Affaris), this now becomes the sixth infected premises since August 3rd 2007. [click link for full article]

Re: Any experience with these symptoms?
Actually–it was the CEP test through Blue Cross animal hospital that was done(and I had all three tested-all three were negative- just to be safe) …

Bluetongue - Advice To All Livestock Owners, UK

Wednesday, October 17th, 2007

Bluetongue - Advice To All Livestock Owners, UK
Following confirmation of a Bluetongue outbreak in the UK, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) had yesterday, following consultation with its farm animal specialist divisions, the NFU and the National Sheep Association issued advice to livestock owners. In particular all owners are urged to keep animal welfare at the forefront of their husbandry plans. [click link for full article]

Ruiz gets buisness gong in Arizona (Addict 3D)
Wily Ferret the Inquirer , Monday 15 October 2007. 12:43:00 Hairy Hector has h’uppity honours HOWLING HECTOR has been named the Technology Executive of the Year by the University of Arizona.

Study Shows Wild Male Chimpanzees Use Stolen Food To Win Over The Opposite Sex
They say that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and the same could be said for female chimpanzees. Researchers studying wild chimps in West Africa have discovered that males pinch desirable fruits from local farms and orchards as a means of attracting female mates. The study is published in the August 12 issue of the online, open-access journal PLoS ONE. [click link for full article]

Contents

Wednesday, October 17th, 2007

Contents
Ferret Information Flyers Helpful Links Other Great Sites. Member Information Veterinary Listing For New York and New Jersey, ferret

WASHINGTON FERRET RESCUE & SHELTER FERRET INFORMATION
WASHINGTON FERRET RESCUE & SHELTER FERRET INFORMATION This information will be provided to the people adopting this ferret. Ferret’s Name: _____Breeder

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Welcome to the IFC! Upcoming Events. Past Events. Critical Ferret References. Emergency Love Fund. Transcripts. Merchandise. Special Achievement Awards

Re: Any experience with these symptoms?

Wednesday, October 17th, 2007

Re: Any experience with these symptoms?
In a message dated 10/16/2007 9:23:28 A.M. Mountain Daylight Time, mmmclaughlin@… writes: ADV: NEGATIVE One test won’t guarantee negative status. I

Study Shows Wild Male Chimpanzees Use Stolen Food To Win Over The Opposite Sex
They say that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and the same could be said for female chimpanzees. Researchers studying wild chimps in West Africa have discovered that males pinch desirable fruits from local farms and orchards as a means of attracting female mates. The study is published in the August 12 issue of the online, open-access journal PLoS ONE. [click link for full article]

Google customizes news
Customize your Google News: If you’re looking for updated news for dog and pet owners, nothing beats Google News’ new customize your own news service! We rolled a dog news url for pet owners in just a few minutes: Google custom news for pets and their companions: After enabling cookies, javascript and images, try this url: [ Geek News: Google gets personal; Betanews: Google adds customization XP Central: Sweet! Google News goes custom]

Ferret care

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Ferret care
Housing, feeding and caring for Ferrets. Ferrets are fun playful creatures. When first introducing a ferret to your home, it’s important to “ferret proof” the place.

Tips and information to keep your ferret health and happy.
Ferret Care. Wonder what to do with you ferret in certain situations? This page can assist you to get through some of your ferret’s roughest times.

Ferret Care
Ferret Care- .. [ grooming | my ferret schedule | cleaning | accessorizing the cage | food | water | food chart | duck

Ferret Information

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Ferret Information
Important Information for Ferret Owners . MaFF publishes a variety of ferret related information. These are the electronic forms of these

The Dancing Ferret: Ferret Information and Advice
The Dancing Ferre t is a website with information about the care of domestic ferrets. My husband and I have been ferret owners for ten years (one in California

Ferret Picture Tour
Path Valley Farm, a pets only ferret breeder that guarantees quality and specializes Be sure to check back regularly for new photos, information alerts and updated material!

Google customizes news

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Google customizes news
Customize your Google News: If you’re looking for updated news for dog and pet owners, nothing beats Google News’ new customize your own news service! We rolled a dog news url for pet owners in just a few minutes: Google custom news for pets and their companions: After enabling cookies, javascript and images, try this url: [ Geek News: Google gets personal; Betanews: Google adds customization XP Central: Sweet! Google News goes custom]

Re: Want to know if a ferret is an acceptable pet for a out of scho
Hi Kathryn; There are a few things that you have not mentioned in your message. 1) Where is this school located and are you sure it is not in a ferret free

Bioniche Receives Comment From USDA On A Field Trial For E. Coli O157:H7 Cattle Vaccine
Bioniche Life Sciences Inc. (TSX: BNC), a research-based, technology-driven Canadian biopharmaceutical company, announced that it has received a letter from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding field use data submitted in support of licensure of the Company’s proprietary E. coli O157:H7 cattle vaccine. [click link for full article]

FDA: Melamine-tainted poultry, fish safe for humans - CNN.com

Monday, October 15th, 2007

FDA: Melamine-tainted poultry, fish safe for humans - CNN.com
Eight more pet foods added to recall list, including first ferret food. Adjust font size: … Foods added eight more pet foods, including the first ferret …

Ferret Store
Foods. Grooming. Habitats. Habitat Add-Ons. Hay & Grasses. Healthcare … our menu for everything from ferret clothing, to ferret food, to ferret hats! …

About Duck Soup (PDF)
food served, in liquid-soup form, to a sick … grinding the ferret’s regular food into a … it is a food that is agreeable to your. ferret) …

sick ferret

Monday, October 15th, 2007

sick ferret
I think my ferret is sick. I have had her for about 2 years. She wandered up in my backyard. She is real thin, itchy, does not seem to want to eat, sleeps

Hey, I found we live in the same city. I wanna chat with you!
I want to have my own family, a husband and kids. And to live in a cozy house, with a little yard where kids could play, and a little garden where we cold

Dinner raises money to spay/neuter pets (Daily News Journal)
The Beesley Animal Foundation’s annual barbecue supper will be Oct. 23 from 5-7:30 p.m. at Siegel Middle School on Thompson Lane in Murfreesboro. It will be held by Siegel Cares for Pets Club.

Different Colors of Ferrets

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

Different Colors of Ferrets
There so many colors of ferrets these days, how do you know which one is right for you? … between different types of ferrets, there is a vast array …

ferrets
Ferrets are close cousins to otters, minks, and badgers - so they are not rodents. … believe the Egyptians kept ferrets before they kept the domestic …

Ferrets - basic information - owning a ferret- Article on Pets.ca
Ferrets as pets. Pets.ca is Canada’s source for info on pets including dogs cats … Most unwanted ferrets are bought from pet stores which do not provide their …